Rail

Total-Zero™ Diesel-RNG & Hydrogen Locomotives

At OptiFuel, customization, future transitions & on-rail maintenance come standard.

Diesel-like power with zero emissions

Zero NOx and particulate matter criteria emissions and negative carbon intensity

Seamless fleet transitions at an affordable cost, without disruption to operations

Customizable in ranges from 1000hp to 5500hp

Flexible fuel options – choose from diesel/biodiesel, dual-fuel (diesel/RNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen

Turnkey refueling solutions — from delivery services to fuel stations

Grant Support Assistance. OptiFuel Systems actively supports railroads by providing comprehensive grant support assistance, guiding them in identifying relevant grants and facilitating the preparation of grant applications through a collaborative process. Contact us to learn more ›

OptiFuel Total-Zero™  Locomotives

Zero emission locomotives boasting power options from 1000hp to 5500hp.

OptiFuel Diesel-RNG Hybrid Switcher

Total-Zero™ 52' Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Switcher Locomotive

Diesel-RNG or Hydrogen

1000hp – 2000hp
52′ platform
$2.75 million NEW
Repowered Options Available

OptiFuel Diesel-RNG Road Switcher

Total-Zero™ 62' Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Road Switcher Locomotive

Diesel-RNG or Hydrogen

AC Traction
2500hp – 3500hp
62′ platform
$4 million NEW
Repowered Options Available

OptiFuel 70' Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Line Haul

Total-Zero™ 72' Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Line Haul Locomotive

Diesel-RNG or Hydrogen

AC Traction
4600hp
72′ platform
$5 million NEW
Repowered Options Available

OptiFuel 80' Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Line Haul

Total-Zero™ 80' Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Line Haul Locomotive

Diesel-RNG or Hydrogen

AC Traction
5000hp
80′ platform
$5.5 million NEW
Repowered Options Available

OptiFuel -Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Commuter Passenger Line Haul

Total-Zero™ Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Commuter and Passenger Locomotive

AC Traction
4500hp – 5500hp

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Decarbonizing U.S. Locomotives

How do RNG, diesel, hydrogen & batteries compare in terms of power, distance and cost to transition heavy-duty fleets from diesel to clean power?

Cost to Decarbonize the US Locomotive Fleet Over 30 Years

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Fuel Comparison Chart

Refueling Solutions

ALL OptiFuel Total-Zero™ Locomotives are delivered with a complete TURNKEY refueling solution.

Our turnkey refueling program covers everything from delivery services to fuel stations, ensuring that customers only pay for fuel and not costly infrastructure.

  • On-Site 5000 psi Alternative Fuel Stations
  • Mobile Refueling Services
  • Fuel Storage Systems
  • Tender Cars
  • Fuel Supply
  • Grant support specialist
  • Co-ownership fuel station option for railroad
  • Scalable fuel station deployment for line haul network

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OptiFuel is committed to rail for the long haul.

Locomotives have a 30+ year life and the most stringent performance demands of all industrial equipment. Trains haul as many as 150 cars long distances and up steep terrain — making both torque and horsepower paramount. Equipment that can meet these performance requirements is both rare and coveted.

OptiFuel’s innovative modular power system not only meets these stringent performance demands but also empowers railroads to seamlessly integrate advanced technologies, ensuring long-term reliability, adaptability, and cost-effectiveness in their operations.

Modular & Scalable Design

OptiFuel’s novel modularity makes customization, future transitions, and on-rail maintenance possible.

Performance

Advanced power system achieves equivalent torque rating and broader horsepower range than traditional diesel powertrains by managing engine, generator, and battery power for optimal performance.

Reliability

Multi-engine engineering keeps locomotives running even with an engine down.

Flexibility

Pods can be added, removed, replaced or reconfigured, offering the versatility to change fuel types or make horsepower & torque adjustments for differing needs over the locomotive’s 30+ year life.

Affordability

OptiFuel’s novel modular engineering and world-class manufacturing partnerships provide customers unrefuted reliability and performance at an affordable price.

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The power of world-class partnerships.

Our partnerships provide customers with the most advanced and reliable technology in the world, with the assurance of long-term support, manufacturing scale, and efficient cost.

Luxfer
CAF Group
Powerhouse Rail
TMV Control Systems
New York Air Brake

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Refueling Solutions

Refueling Solutions